Mestizo Academy

Get a taste of Mexico - right here at Grey Roots!

Join Maria of Mestizo Academy for a series of hands-on cooking workshops that celebrate the bold flavours and rich traditions of Mexican cuisine. From classic street snacks to vibrant breakfast dishes, each session offers a delicious dive into authentic recipes and culinary techniques.

These small-group workshops are perfect for food lovers of all skill levels. You’ll prep, cook, sample, and take home what you make - plus a few stories and tips along the way. Workshops are offered in English and Spanish, with both indoor and outdoor sessions available.

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A roasted whole chicken is placed on a white oval platter. The chicken is surrounded by grilled vegetables, including corn on the cob, zucchini slices, and orange slices. The platter is set on a rustic wooden table.

Pavo Navideño Relleno
Stuffed Christmas Turkey

Monday, October 6, 2025 5 - 9 PM
Location: Indoors/kitchen
Cost: $250+tax
Max of 10 participants

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Learn to prepare this festive centerpiece the traditional way—stuffed with ground meat, dried fruits, and nuts, then infused with white wine, butter, and Mexican spices for a rich, aromatic finish.

Rooted in colonial and indigenous traditions, this dish blends European-style roasts with bold Mexican flavors. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll focus on seasoning, stuffing, and marinating. You’ll also get access to an online follow-up class to finish roasting your turkey at home!

Perfect for family gatherings or your first Navidad dinner.

A Día de los Muertos altar featuring two decorated sugar skulls—one yellow and one white—and a traditional Pan de Muerto on a blue plate, surrounded by marigold flowers, set against a dark blue background with star-like lights.

Hojaldro - Pan de Muerto
Day of the Dead Bread

Monday, October 20, 2025, 5PM - 8PM
Location: Indoors/kitchen
Cost: $85+tax
Max of 10 participants

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Soft, aromatic, and symbolic, Pan de Muerto is a traditional sweet bread made to honor loved ones during Día de Muertos. In this workshop, we’ll prepare the dough from scratch, shape it with symbolic dough “bones,” and learn the meaning behind its design. Because the bread needs time to rise, we’ll complete the main steps in class and provide online access to finish baking at home - just in time for your altar or gathering.

A plate of Mexican food featuring enchiladas covered in mole sauce, garnished with white cheese and onion slices. Beside them is a serving of rice topped with cilantro and a small piece of red pepper. The plate rests on a woven mat with a colorful striped cloth in the background.

Enchiladas de Mole, Arroz, Consome de Pollo
Mole Enchiladas, Rice & Chicken Consome

Monday, November 3, 2025, 4PM - 7PM
Location: Indoors/kitchen
Cost: $130+tax
Max of 10 participants

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This workshop celebrates traditional Mexican cooking with Enchiladas de Mole - corn tortillas filled with chicken and topped with a rich, historic mole sauce of chiles, chocolate, and spices.

We’ll serve them with Arroz a la Mexicana, a savory rice with garlic and vegetables, and a light Chicken Consommé made from the same broth, finished with herbs and lime.

Four tacos filled with shredded meat, chopped onions, and cilantro on a wooden serving board. The board also holds lime wedges, a whole jalapeño, and a small bowl of guacamole, with scattered cilantro leaves around.

Carnitas, Salsa Verde y Guacamole
Carnitas, Green Salsa & Guacamole

Monday, November 24, 2025, 4PM - 7PM
Location: Indoors/kitchen
Cost: $110+tax
Max of 10 participants

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Get ready to master one of Mexico’s most iconic dishes - Carnitas! Originating in Michoacán, carnitas are pork slowly cooked in their own fat with orange, garlic, and spices until tender and crispy.

In this workshop, we’ll cover traditional techniques, plus toppings like salsa, pickled onions, and guacamole. You’ll prep key steps in class and get follow-up instructions to finish at home. Perfect for parties or a flavorful night in!

Each class at Mestizo Academy is thoughtfully planned, with many ingredients sourced specifically for the menu. Due to the small class sizes, the use of specialty ingredients, and the preparation involved, class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable if cancelled within 5 days of the class date.

Cancellations made more than 5 days in advance may be transferred to another class, subject to availability. A 25% non-refundable service fee applies to all transfers. Alternatively, if unable to attend, participants are welcome to send a friend or family member in their place -please provide their name in advance.

Transfer requests must be made within 7 days of cancellation and are only valid if the new class has space available.

If a participant does not attend or cancels within the 5-day window, the full class fee will be charged, as it is not possible to fill the spot on short notice.

In the rare event that a class must be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather, emergencies, or unforeseen circumstances, participants will be notified at least 3–5 hours before the class begins. If the new date is not suitable, credit will be issued toward a future class.

Thank you for your understanding and support -it helps ensure the delivery of high-quality, meaningful culinary experiences.

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